Amaranth, she adds, "offers a great, gluten-free alternative for those of you with gluten allergies or sensitivities. Amaranth is packed with a range of vitamins and minerals. It contains vitamin B6, folate, and calcium. It's also an excellent source of iron, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, and selenium."
Warm Maple Spiced Amaranth Porridge
Serves 3
Ingredients:
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup amaranth
- 3/4 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
Suggested Toppings:
- Figs, blueberries, slivered almonds, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries
Instructions:
- In a medium pot, bring the water to a boil and add the amaranth.
- Cook over low heat, with the lid on, for 20 minutes or until most of the water has been absorbed.
- While the amaranth is cooking, make sure to stir occasionally.
- Once done, remove from the stove, and add the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and coconut oil to the pot.
- Stir in well, and then serve into bowls.
- Top with any of the suggested toppings or your favorite fruits, nuts, and/or seeds!
- If you're eating alone, store the leftovers in the fridge for up to a week. When it's time to reheat, add some additional almond milk and mix it in so the porridge isn't so thick. Enjoy!
